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Daily News for Monday, October 26, 2020
Burkesville City Hall damaged in Sunday fire Burkesville City hall was damaged by fire Sunday morning. The City of Burkesville suffered fire damage to the city building in the early morning hours yesterday. The City Police Department which was housed in City Hall has been able to move across the street. Investigations continue. Arson is suspected. 2020-10-26 23:04:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Classics-a-plenty at Somernites Cruise Tommy Bailey captured several photos of classic Chevrolet cars at the last Somernites Cruise for 2020, held in Somerset on October 24, 2020. Tommy says there won't be another one until the fourth Saturday of April, 2021. Click headline for photos. 2020-10-26 19:00:53 | Comments | Printable version
Seeking information for Adair Co. Basketball history By Daniel Hedges Hello, I have always wanted to write a book. I want to do a book on the culture, heritage, and history of Adair County Basketball. It will be more of a story that brings to life people, stories, games, teams, coaches, and characters. It would not be a simple, concrete records account. This will not be a quick endeavor. I would expect it would be every bit of two to four years. However, I will need people's help. If you have any interesting stories, facts, or information as a fan, coach, player, etc., please email it to daniel.hedges@adair.kyschools.us. If you have any artifacts, newspaper clippings, etc. that I could review or use (not to keep), please email me. Finally, I need to gain access with someone that was close (a family member) to John Burr. If you have that contact information, please email or text/call me at 270-282-3175. If this endeavor will succeed, I am formulating ideas on the 5th region following the same concept. Thank you. --Daniel Hedges 2020-10-26 18:53:45 | Comments | Printable version
Santa Letters will be honored by City for Christmas In a news release this week from the City of Columbia, the Mayor is requesting letters to Santa Claus from local children. "Letters to Santa Claus will be accepted beginning the week following Thanksgiving," said Mayor Pamela Hoots. "All letters will be responded to by 'Santa's elves,' in time for the holidays. "We hope that this will bring a bit of Christmas cheer to the local children in our community," said Mayor Hoots. Letter should be addressed to: Santa Claus, City of Columbia, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728. Each letter must have an appropriate name and address so that return mail can be delivered to the child. 2020-10-26 18:51:36 | Comments | Printable version
Hospital District Board meeting, Tue 27 Oct 2020 The Adair County Hospital District Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting at 6:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 27, 2020. This meeting will be virtual. Meeting ID: 794 0149 9447, Passcode: 9a31zi. Regular Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 18:49:44 | Comments | Printable version
CU students to speak at Oct 28 chapel service By Ariel C. Emberton Campbellsville, KY - Demetria Gilkey, a master of theology student of Louisville, Ky., and Dustin Webb, a sophomore of Lawrenceburg, Ky., will be speaking at Campbellsville University's October 28, 2020, chapel service at 9amCT/10amET. Gilkey is an inspirational speaker and, according to her website, enjoys meeting people who want to thrive in their life and blossom into who God created them to be. She is a member of St. Stephen Baptist Church, a graduate of Western Kentucky University and is married to Aaron. Webb is an undergraduate student at Campbellsville University's main campus. He is working to obtain a bachelor degree in pastoral ministries with his minor in worship arts. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 18:13:15 | Comments | Printable version
Sue Rodgers, 71, Casey Co., KY (1949-2020) Sue Rodgers of Bradfordsville passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at Casey County Hospital. She was 71 years old. The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville St, Liberty, KY, with Bro. James Lockard, evangelist, officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Contown Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6pmCT until 9pmCT on Monday, October 26, 2020, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. Please enter through the front doors (Campbellsville Street side) of the funeral home when you arrive to the funeral home. Social distancing guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings ARE required. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 18:09:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Donald Sullivan, 91, Russell Co., KY (1929-2020) Donald Sullivan, previously of Russell County, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 in Greenwood, IN. He was 91 years old. A graveside service for Donald Sullivan will be held at 11amCT on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at the Bethlehem Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 18:06:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Vernon A. Tucker, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2020) Vernon A. Tucker of Russell Springs passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at the Russell County Hospital. He was 63 years old. The funeral service for Vernon Tucker will be held at 3pmCT on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 N. Main St., Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. David Tucker & Ron Eden officiating. Interment will follow in the Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from NoonCT until 3pmCT at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 18:02:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Winter Lily Aaron, infant, Russell Co., KY (2020-2020) Winter Lily Aaron, infant, Russell Co., KY (2020-2020) Winter Lily Aaron of Russell County passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020. A Graveside service for Winter Lily Aaron will be held at 1pmCT on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at the Bernard Cemetery with Bro. Benny Hatfield officiating. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 17:59:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Letter: Tannins Marie Freeman writes: Not a pretty color, but must be remembered... Tannins are generally responsible for brown colors and only appear when the leave is about dead. 2020-10-26 17:55:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Elaine Chelf, 99, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2020) Elaine Chelf of Campbellsville passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020 in Greensburg. She was 99 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmET on Friday, October 30, 2020, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Rev. Shaun Caudill. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Visitation is requested from 11amET until 1pmET on Friday, October 30, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 17:52:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Ila Chewning, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2020) Ila Chewning of Campbellsville passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020. She was 90 years old. The funeral service will be held at 11amET on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Minister Fella Wilson. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery. Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 17:46:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
LWC's Owens is MSC Men's XC Runner of Week By Christopher Coombs Bowling Green, KY - Levi Owens has been selected as the Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week, conference officials announced on Monday. Owens earned his second victory of the season at the Chick-Fil-A Invitational hosted by Asbury. He finished with an 8K time of 26:34 to come away with the victory. The senior from Burkesville led the Blue Raiders to their third event win of the season. This is his second weekly honor of the season and fourth of his career. 2020-10-26 17:35:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Governor: Red zone counties need to work together Adair, Green, Metcalfe, Russell and Taylor Counties are all in the red zone currently By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY -. (Oct. 26, 2020) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear reported 953 COVID-19 cases in Kentucky and issued new red zone reduction recommendations to stop COVID-19 spread and protect Kentuckians in the 55 counties currently in the red zone. The Governor said today marked the highest number of new cases ever reported on a Monday as cases are at an all-time high across the country and in the commonwealth. Hospitalizations and deaths are also increasing nationally and in Kentucky. New red zone recommendations provide direction on how communities can come together to defeat COVID-19. "Every Kentuckian in a red zone county needs to work together to protect one another by following these recommendations," Gov. Beshear said. "Now is not the time to give up - this is a time when more people are going to be at risk. It is a time when we need everyone to do better." Red zone counties are those with 25 or more average daily cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 residents. Red zone counties are updated daily on the incidence rate map on kycovid19.ky.gov. The Governor said when a county turns red, we are already asking schools to go virtual, we ask for sports to pause and we restrict visitation in long-term care facilities. Red Zone Reduction Recommendations: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 17:34:35 | Comments | Printable version
Silent City Tour, 2020! Monday, October 26th is THE day! By Mike Watson Each day for four consecutive days there will be a new video presentation link posted. When posted, click the link to view the tour. Each link is a different presenter. The presenters: Mike Watson on John Field; Dave Thomas on Dr. Nathaniel Mercer; Dr. Ron Rogers on Eros 'Cy' Barger; and Lee Ann Jessee on Mary Jane Blakeman. Silent City 2020:
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Community Blood Drive, Thur 29 Oct By Stacey Biggs T.J. Health Columbia in conjunction with the American Red Cross will be hosting a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 6pmCT on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at T.J. Health Columbia, 901 Westlake Drive, Columbia, KY. All participants will receive a $5 Amazon gift card via email! All donors will have their blood tested for COVID antibodies. You can sign up by visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. Appointments are encouraged. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Help give the gift of life and register today. 2020-10-26 11:35:47 | Comments | Printable version
Southern Heirs to sing at Liberty Baptist By Charles Shepherd The Southern Heirs Quartet will be singing at Liberty Baptist Church on Highway 328 in Crab Orchard, KY at 9amCT on Sunday, November 1, 2020, for their Old Fashioned Days Service. Everyone is welcome. 2020-10-26 11:21:11 | Comments | Printable version
ACSO: 2020 National Prescription Drug Take Back completed By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriff's Office has collected approximately 87 pounds of prescription medication over the last year in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Agency. The purpose of the program is to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of old prescription medicine, while educating the public about the potential for abuse of medication. This year alongside Kentucky State Police Post 15 here in Columbia, we collected approximately 205 pounds total. Last night, Sunday, October 25, 2020, at around 10pmCT, the Sheriff's Office turned over the prescription medications to Kentucky State Police Troopers at KSP Post 15, to be transported to a designated drop-off point for proper disposal. 2020-10-26 11:19:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Motorists encouraged to be safe this Halloween By Erin G. Eggen Frankfort, KY - This Halloween, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety is partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind motorists that "Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving." "It's been a tough year for all Kentuckians but we must remain vigilant and continue making responsible choices to keep each other safe," said Gov. Beshear. "Halloween falls on a weekend so there's potential for indoor gatherings to peak. I want to encourage Kentuckians to celebrate safely by following health guidelines and making plans for a sober ride home if you plan to drink. A few preventive measures can mean the difference between life and death." "We all share the road and can make it safer for everyone by practicing safe behaviors like buckling up, putting the phone down and driving sober to help prevent crashes, injuries and deaths on Kentucky roadways," said Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 11:15:37 | Comments | Printable version
Hearts Bleeding - a poem and its origin By Phillip Coffey Hiding from Nazi - the COVID -19 quarantine. Taking shelter from masses in my boxed-in cove. Kinfolk bring hot cornbread and soup cuisine. Keep wearing your mask - It sure ain't over. Curtail the selfish choices of others not healing. Repeating,'think of others' never redundant. Worldwide Pandemic of dying - hearts bleeding. Loving and caring for others - always incumbent. Phil shares the story behind the poem: My younger sister Deb Atwell and her husband Rick have had a very stressful month or so. Rick had knee surgery recently and then he become very ill with COVID-19. He has suffered mightily. He could not have physical therapy following surgery. Family and friends have been very helpful. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 10:29:14 | Comments | Printable version
Anglers from 15 states competed at Holmes Bend this weekend By Ron Presley Crappie anglers from fifteen states traveled to Green River Lake to participate in the October 23-24, 2020 Crappie USA (CUSA) Classic. Anglers had fished throughout the year to qualify for the event. Given the 2020 Pandemic, all parts of the 24th annual event were conducted following social distancing and mask wearing requirements. Following registration, the traditional pre-tournament meal was served in to-go containers so everyone could choose where they wanted to eat. The Jim Blair Community Center was set up with socially distanced tables and chairs for those that wanted to use it, but everyone was required to wear a mask while in the building. A total of 122 teams fished the event--43 in the Pro Division and 79 in the Amateur Division. A total of $126,000 was distributed to the winners. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 06:51:59 | Comments | Printable version
History Monday: Election 2020 Different from Past Ones By Mike Watson The election on this pandemic year, 2020, is far removed from previous contests. I am not referring to the issues, but to the physical process of casting a ballot. We all know that voting started early with mail-in ballots and in-person voting at the Courthouse Annex. I believe we all yearn for the 'good old days' when election day was a big event for those who followed the process. A look at the past: Election Officers, 1942-- The Adair County Election Commissioners in 1942 were: H.H. Allen, Bert Harper, Sheriff H.B. Taylor, and County Clerk W.E. Harris. The primary in those days fell in August, in 1942 on August 1st. This election was the first time there were thirty precincts in Adair instead of the regular twenty-nine. South Columbia had more registered voters than the rules allowed, so No. 1 and No. 2 were created. SC1 voters were to vote in the regular place, H.T. Walker's shop; and SC2 voters would cast ballots at T.A. Furkin's store near the Grade School. The following is a list of voting precincts and election officers--naming the clerk first, judges second, sheriff last: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-26 06:38:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
Cloudy and cool, chance of showers, high 59F It's currently 53F at the Adair County Mesonet station. It will be cloudy today, with a high only reaching 59F, and a 20 percent chance of showers. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 49F and north wind 3 to 6 mph. Tuesday will be mostly cloudy again, with a high near 63F. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Tuesday Night will be mostly cloudy, with an overnight low around 48F and northeast wind around 6 mph. 2020-10-26 06:27:39 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for October 26, 2020 When you beyond doubt--Robert Stone, Monday, 26 October 2020. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3331 2020-10-26 06:23:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Mon 26 Oct 2020 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, October 26, 2020, at a glance:
2020-10-26 06:22:52 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 26 Happy Anniversary, Jeremy and Melissa Suratt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Conner Douglas Burton (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dean Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donna Ollery | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Doug Taylor (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Melton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gary Embree | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Grant Loy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hillary Clinton (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathon Lynn Kingrey (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, L.C. Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, LeAnna Lewis (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Linda Tudder Harris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Natalie Darnell (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ron Wooley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stapp twins/ Kobe and Savon Stapp (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Trevor Willis (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Vicky Goodin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald A. Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenda Gupton, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roberta Lee Buckner Davenport, Green Co. native (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ellie-Kate Noelle Saige Underwood, Campbellsville, KY (2019-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Russell Fox, Russell Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pamela Jo Coffey Adair Co., KY, native (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Sallee, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett Sneed, Adair Co., KY native (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Estes, Adair County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Hainey, 65, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard E. Bryant, Adair County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred B. Selby, 87, Russell Co., KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Crawhorn, Jr. , 85, Adair County, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Burress, 74, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie D. Allan Stone, 66, Adair Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margie Lois Buckland, 58, Taylor County, KY (1958-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Lewis Rose, Greensburg, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Ballenger, 93, Russell County, KY (1924-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dessie Page Frankum, 95, Adair County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Woodson Arnett, 89, Green Co., KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin Allen (Blue) Appleby, 75, Russell Co., KY native (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christal (Hall) Brown, 41, Jamestown, KY (1976-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dolly Andrew, 85, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Moore Rice, Jr., 87, Columbia, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mahlon C. Coblentz, 44, Columbia, KY (1979-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Reece, 67, Edmonton, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nolan Roberts | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Wade-Dye, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Preston, 64, Russell County, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roxie Geneva Davenport, Green County, KY (1922-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Anderson Madole, Cumberland Co., KY (1939-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willard Lindsey Wise, 99, Campbellsville, KY (1922-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2020 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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